Since 1981, the Fantastic Film festival Fantasporto has developed into one of the major film events in the world according to Variety magazine.

The festival has several categories of films in competition including the fantasy film category for feature and short films, as well as the filmmakers of the week category.

Fantasporto screens international and of course Portuguese films. At the close of the festival the jury awards some twenty prizes to filmmakers including that of best director, best screenplay, best actor or actress and best short film.

From Monday 26 February to Sunday 11 March 2018 :- Every day, doors open at 10:00